2008 Mercury Mariner

Pros: Very comfortable, excellent value`

Cons: Only minor complaints - please read review.

The Bottom Line: If you are looking for a great hybrid SUV, the Mariner is the choice for you.

Review: Well, the lease on our Nissan Murano was coming due and the price of fuel has driven our increasing interest in Hybrid technology. We had considered a Ford Escape Hybrid, but demo cars are non-existent where we live. I happened to call a local dealer ...

Pros: Price, luxury, fuel economy

Cons: The Mercury brand has a lot of catching up to do.

Review: I agonized over my new car purchase for months. My criteria were the following: Hybrid SUV 30 MPG on city and highway Under $40K We test drove this car, the Saturn VUE Hybrid, the Ford Escape Hybrid. There were no other options at the time we ...

Pros: driving, parking, functional cargo space, excellent safety and intelligent 4wd systems, power, exterior appearance

Cons: poorly mated transmission, interior design, city gas mileage, road noise

The Bottom Line: I would recommend this CUV to someone that wants more SUV and less car, yet still get a good compromise in return. 

Review: The car was purchased in ’08 as an ’08 model.  So far, my wife and I have totaled 29k miles on it.  While we both drive the car regularly, it was meant as a replacement for my car and intended primarily for me.  The main ...